Production Lead - Freeze Dry
Location: US, CA, Modesto
Department: Freeze Dry
Salary range: 30160-30160
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Food Production
Function: Production

Company profile:
With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Mercer Foods has been providing superior quality freeze dried foods and ingredients to clients around the world for two generations. Our dedication to stringent quality control and complete customer satisfaction are the core of our company tradition, allowing us to provide our clients with the best freeze dried foods on the planet.Here at Mercer Foods, you will find ultra-modern facilities, uncompromising quality assurance programs, complete compliance with freeze dried food standards, and innovative technologies that include everything from sustainable energy practices to automated sanitation and allergen removal.Mercer Foods proudly provides a comprehensive list of products and services for our clients around the world. From total menu and ingredient control to fully customized retail packaging services to a global shipping network that delivers your freeze dried foods reliably and consistently, Mercer Foods spares no expense in ensuring your complete satisfaction.In addition, Mercer Foods employs an integrated research and development team that can help you map out a production and delivery schedule tailored to your specific needs. From organic freeze dried fruits and vegetables to specially prepared and packaged bulk freeze dried foods and ingredients, Mercer utilizes innovative technologies and techniques to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of your product.Quality, sustainability, and service have been the hallmarks of Mercer Foods since our inception, and our ongoing commitment to perfecting our freeze drying process has solidified our reputation as a leader in the freeze dried foods industry.Mercer Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We take pride in the diversity of our staff, and seek diversity in our applicants.

Job description:
Job Title: Production LeadDepartment: Freeze DryReports to: Production SupervisorSchedule: 1st ShiftESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads department employees in a freeze dried manufacturing environment: plans and coordinates work, follows and enforces policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.Primary duties and responsibilities:Ensures effective employee relations. Provides employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution through escalation to supervision.Works to continuously improve in all areas.Leads departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to supervisor.Provides leadership through shift.Performs initial accident / incident investigations.Manages shift priorities.Coaches and develops employees.Systems and continuous improvement orientation.Performs all duties as required in his / her production area.Is responsible for all other duties as assigned.Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:  A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. An ability to think ahead, plan a full shift and prepare action plans to achieve results. An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations. The possession of quality orientation and attention to detail, problem analysis and resolution. In addition to, strong interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to manage multiple priorities.Physical environment/working conditions: The position is a manufacturing setting and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day. Unrestricted visual and audio abilities are required for the safety of all employees. The ability to lift up to 40 lbs is required.Equipment and Machinery used: All machines required for the production, packaging, and distribution of freeze dried product.Other (e.g., customer contact or access to confidential information): Must be able to work as part of a team, in extreme temperatures, and various shifts. Pay:  (hourly non-exempt) Plus additional shift differential for off shifts

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